Howard Haber ELC Special Education Physical Therapist, Preschool

Company Description

AHRC New York City is a family governed organization that envisions a socially just world where the power of difference is embraced. We advocate for people who are neurodiverse to lead full and equitable lives. Generosity guides us as we honor our legacy and continuously grow through a culture where curiosity, creativity, and optimism are valued and celebrated.

Job Description

• Currently seeking a Preschool Physical Therapist for Howard Haber ELC in Parkchester, NY.
• Address: 2300 Westchester Ave. Bronx, NY 10462

Benefits of Working for AHRC NYC

• Paid time off
• Health, Dental and Vision insurance
• Developmental Training Program
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Tuition Assistance
• Qualified Employer for the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

& more

Role Description

Full Time | Monday-Friday

Hours: 8:30 A. M-3:00 P. M

Responsibilities Include

• Review and interpret assessment data and present attending students’ needs and capabilities.
• Establish relevant and attainable short term and long term goals which reflect assessment data.
• Prepare IEP, daily treatment plans and Progress Reports as needed.

Work within the classroom setting and work with classroom staff to create environment which maximizes function and compensates for dysfunction.

Provide purposeful activities or methods, employed to develop, maintain, improve, restore and/or maximize function and compensate for dysfunction.

• Meet regularly with classroom staff and interdisciplinary team to affect maximum service delivery.
• Demonstrate knowledge of student’s disability and impact on performance and functioning.
• Adapt treatment activities when necessary to achieve desired goals.
• Manage screenings and follow up for appropriate equipment and services for children.
• Incorporate current theory and research into all treatment plans.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

• Job Type: Full-time
• Pay: $79,900- $80,000 (Annual)

Qualifications

Bachelors or Masters in Physical Therapy and New York State License required. Pediatric experience highly preferred.

• Ability to work effectively with children with developmental disabilities.
• Ability to communicate seating, positioning and other special considerations to classroom staff.
• Knowledge of developmental disabilities and appropriate therapeutic intervention techniques.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.